Beddau Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Beddau's December 2023 crime profile, accounting for 40% of all reported incidents. This category, which saw a 17.6% month-on-month decline from 17 to 14 cases, remains 31% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 residents. The area's overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents, 36.1% lower than the national average of 7.2 per 1,000, underscores its position as a relatively safe built-up area within Rhondda Cynon Taf. Public order offences, rising to 8 incidents (22.9% of total crimes), reflect the seasonal dynamics of the festive period, with increased social activity likely contributing to a 60% month-on-month increase in such incidents. This trend aligns with the typical impact of Christmas shopping, party season, and extended dark evenings, which may create environments conducive to public disorder. The area's crime profile also shows a marked reduction in property crimes, with shoplifting cases declining by 80% to just one incident, a figure 80% below the UK average. These patterns suggest a combination of local factors, such as the area's built-up character, and seasonal influences that shape the distribution of criminal activity.

December 2023 witnessed a 60% increase in public order offences, rising from 5 to 8 incidents, a shift that contrasts with the 80% decline in shoplifting cases, which fell from 5 to 1. This divergence suggests a seasonal reallocation of criminal activity, with public order issues likely linked to the festive period's increased social gatherings. Criminal damage and arson also saw a notable 100% increase, moving from 2 to 4 incidents, potentially influenced by the holiday season's impact on property maintenance and oversight. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences decreased by 17.6%, from 17 to 14 cases, remaining 31% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This category's sustained below-average performance highlights Beddau's distinct crime profile compared to national trends, with the area's built-up nature possibly contributing to more visible policing and community engagement in addressing violent incidents.

Beddau's December 2023 crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents represents a 12.5% decline from the previous month's 5.2 per 1,000, reflecting a continuing downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 1 crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that contextualises the low level of criminal activity relative to the population. Monthly exposure data shows that over the course of December, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 220 residents, highlighting the relatively safe environment in this built-up area. This statistic is particularly meaningful for local residents, as it provides a tangible measure of risk compared to the broader UK context where the average crime rate is 7.2 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the area's position as significantly safer than the national average, with the most recent data showing a consistent reduction in reported crimes across multiple categories.